201. Bending the light: Next generation anamorphic sculptures.
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Pratt, Louis, Johnston, Andrew, and Pietroni, Nico
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INSTALLATION art exhibitions , *DEFORMATION of surfaces , *INSTALLATION art , *SCULPTURE - Abstract
This paper presents a new method for generating artworks that extends the classical anamorphic archetype to use freeform reflective and refractive media and 3D surfaces instead of images. The methodology uses a mix of raytracing and surface deformation techniques to determine the proper deformation the object should undergo to be corrected by the optical tool once viewed by the observer in a specific location. Our approach also includes an optimization process that modifies the point of view and the location of the target image to avoid unwanted optical effects or occlusions. We successfully tested our technique on several practical examples and employed it to produce actual artworks. • A new method to construct anamorphic sculptures using general optical media. • Characterized the main problems arising in general anamorphosis. • A simple system to allow the artist to create anamorphic art installations. • We created real-world art installations in international exhibitions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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